Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Riding tips

Inspection before riding

Warning Failure to inspect and maintain your motorcycle properly increases the chance of an accident or equipment damage. Always perform a pre-ride inspection before each ride ...

Starting the engine

Before attempting to start the engine, make sure:  The transmission is in neutral.  The engine stop switch is in the "" position. Note: this motorcycle has a starter i ...

Other materials:

Clamp
Clamp the wire harness at such positions as indicated in “wiring harness routing diagram” in section 9a .  Bend the clamp properly so that the wire harness is clamped securely.  In clamping the wire harness, use care not to allow it to hang down.  Do not use wire or an ...

Tightening torque specifications
Note the specified tightening torque is described in the following. “Throttle cable routing diagram”  “throttle body components”  “throttle body construction”  “engine assembly installation” Reference: for the tightening torque of fastener not specified i ...

Special tools and equipment
Recommended service material Note required service material is also described in the following. “Transmission components”  “gearshift lever construction”  “gearshift shaft / gearshift cam plate components”  “gearshift shaft construction” Special to ...